My Ninja's older step-brother

BRad704 · March 18th, 2013, 04:27 PM

1993 VFR750F

Got her as a barn bike, non-running, back on 1/6/13. The last papers that came with it were dated 1996, so there's no telling how long it just sat there...

I hate that huge can, blocking the view of such a magnificent 8 spoke!

CC Cowboy · March 18th, 2013, 04:57 PM

Great ride. I put over 10,000 miles on one of those puppies. It wasn't even mine.

Joshorilla · March 18th, 2013, 05:08 PM

Phwoar! I love 90's sports bikes! And honda's are my favorite! That's a very nice bike, i'd love for a find that good!

Jono · March 18th, 2013, 05:19 PM

Mmmhm, lookin' good!

Can't wait to see how it looks and sounds in person.

BRad704 · March 19th, 2013, 04:33 AM

Thanks guys. Finishing the registration soon and I'll have it on the road.

The exhaust is quiet-ish but the cam gear sound sooo nice.

MistahT · March 19th, 2013, 04:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BRad704

I hate that huge can, blocking the view of such a magnificent 8 spoke!

And the single sided swingarm!

vman1313 · March 19th, 2013, 05:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MistahT

And the single sided swingarm!

Yeah, thats what I was thinking. Too bad the can covers up the single sided swingarm =(

SWEEEET RIDE THOUGH!

sharky nrk · March 19th, 2013, 05:48 AM

oh man, great find

aeroblade · March 19th, 2013, 05:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vman1313

Yeah, thats what I was thinking. Too bad the can covers up the single sided swingarm =(

SWEEEET RIDE THOUGH!

+1 on the swing arm.

I'm not very familiar with the older bike models but I must say that bike is really good lookin!

BRad704 · March 19th, 2013, 06:39 AM

Thanks guys!

Most sport bikes 'scream'... this thing ROARS! V-4 config with gear driven cams. Almost like hearing a 4-stroke in the middle of a MX race.

Tyga makes a small muffler called a Maggot, not "too" expensive in comparison to others. I'm thinking about saving up for that, OR swapping from a Gen3 to a Gen4 header, and fabbing up a left-exit. The RC-30 race bikes were left-exit, so it would be a bit of homage to the previous era.

choneofakind · March 19th, 2013, 07:13 AM

Great find!! It's a classic!

Now you just need a pregen to keep it all in the same time period

nickjpass · March 19th, 2013, 07:27 AM

Great looking Bike!!!

BRad704 · March 19th, 2013, 07:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by choneofakind

Great find!! It's a classic!

Now you just need a pregen to keep it all in the same time period

Yeeeaaahhhhhhh, No.

Edit: Ok, actually... after seeing pics of Jono's pre-gen street fighter, I think doing something similar would be great. Especially since my gf is getting interested in learning to ride. 2x 250's plus the VFR would be quite the stable.

Quote:

Originally Posted by nickjpass

Great looking Bike!!!

Thank you!

nickjpass · March 19th, 2013, 08:17 AM

I actually really like it... somehow make the banana seat go away.

BRad704 · March 19th, 2013, 10:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nickjpass

I actually really like it... somehow make the banana seat go away.

On the VFR? Airtech makes a solo cowl for it, but I don't have the $100 to spend on something that isn't gonna make it go faster, stop harder or turn smoother. I'm pretty crafty and actually thinking about making my own out of either a plug and fiberglass, OR since we own a body shop, I have access to plenty of HDPE bumpers that are headed for the trash. Need to take a whole day and experiment.

OEM solo cowls for Gen3's are about as rare as you can get.

Jono · March 19th, 2013, 10:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BRad704

Yeeeaaahhhhhhh, No.

Edit: Ok, actually... after seeing pics of Jono's pre-gen street fighter, I think doing something similar would be great. Especially since my gf is getting interested in learning to ride. 2x 250's plus the VFR would be quite the stable.

Hey, thanks! I'll ride the ninja next time I ride with ya so you can see how it looks in person. I need to get new tires for it as well as upgrading the suspension. Just need springs for the front and a newgen rear shock. It's on my to-do list.

Quote:

Originally Posted by nickjpass

I actually really like it... somehow make the banana seat go away.

I think doing that would hurt the looks. I don't mind the banana seat. That's just part of owning an early 90's bike. See....

Edit: Okay, it doesn't look bad with a cowl. But it looks so obvious that you covered up the rear seat. I just don't see the point.

nickjpass · March 19th, 2013, 10:11 AM

I kinda like it

BRad704 · March 19th, 2013, 10:32 AM

I like the solo cowls too... I'm looking online now at heat moldable plastic pellets. If i can come up with a good (reusable) form, I can likely make more than 1 cowl from it.

Some people have swapped over to an early-2000's 929 tail section, but I'm not looking to change THAT much of the look of the bike.

250rr · March 19th, 2013, 11:51 AM

Congrats! I really do like the early 90's Hondas. Very cool. And something different!

Snake · March 19th, 2013, 01:17 PM

Nice job of cleaning her up.

SMman · March 19th, 2013, 07:34 PM

Great find! I bought a new 2003 VFR800 but wasn't a fan of the VTEC and missed the gear driven cams. I did like the single sided swingarm when it came to removing the rear tire and adjusting the chain. I love your classic bike. Enjoy.

choneofakind · March 19th, 2013, 10:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SMman

but wasn't a fan of the VTEC

...say wha?

BRad704 · March 20th, 2013, 07:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by choneofakind

...say wha?

I think you meant "Say whaaaaaWHAAAAAAAAAAAAAA?"

SMman · March 20th, 2013, 07:16 AM

I absolutely hated the VTEC on my 03 VFR and the throttle response at slow speeds was abrupt. The problem with VTEC was the transition from 2 valves per cylinder to 4 valves at 7000 rpm. It was fine if you were riding on the highway but would upset the chasis while leaned over. Riding in the twisties, I had to make sure I was over 7000 so as to not get that disturbing VTEC engagement. Honda changed it to 6200 and softened the engagement on later models (2006?) but I never tried it. My VFR was a comfy tourer but my riding changed to track days and riding the twisties with a good group of riders. The VFR just required way too much effort, especially transitioning from one side to the other in tight turns because of its heavy weight. I picked up my 03 636 and used it much more so the VFR was sold. If I had it to do again, I would have purchased a leftover 2002 VFR over the new 2003. I was hoping Honda would make the new VFR lighter and sportier but they went the other way with an overpriced, shaft drive 1200. Too bad

BRad704 · March 20th, 2013, 07:26 AM

I have to agree with you, in being disappointed in the new direction of the VFR. I think they are fugly. As for bikes, I've never ridden one with VTEC, but I don't know that I would like an abrupt change in power like that.

However, the 2007 RWB Anniv Edition is one that I would LOVE to have someday though.

Jono · March 20th, 2013, 04:49 PM

nickjpass · March 21st, 2013, 05:30 AM

I feel like all superbikes have vtec since the power explodes on them.

SMman · March 21st, 2013, 05:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nickjpass

I feel like all superbikes have vtec since the power explodes on them.

I have a feeling that you have not experienced the VTEC on Honda's VFR. The reason it runs on 2 valves per cylinder below 7000 rpm is to save fuel. It has no place on a superbike or any bike that spends time on the track. Honda likes to throw new features at the VFR and they often aren't needed or wanted. An example would be the DCT on the newer VFR.

BRad704 · March 21st, 2013, 05:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jono

Jono... Why you all crossed up? Get your head down and look in to that corner!

choneofakind · March 21st, 2013, 06:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nickjpass

I feel like all superbikes have vtec since the power explodes on them.

...I hope you're kidding. Do you even know what v-tec is?

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VTEC

nickjpass · March 21st, 2013, 08:22 AM

Omg.

lol read my signature

March 18th, 2013, 04:27 PM	#1
BRad704 Big Dreams, Small Wallet Name: Brad Location: Memphis, TN Join Date: Feb 2013 Motorcycle(s): 08 Ninja 250R (Sold), 93 VFR750F (In Pieces) Posts: 508	My Ninja's older step-brother 1993 VFR750F Got her as a barn bike, non-running, back on 1/6/13. The last papers that came with it were dated 1996, so there's no telling how long it just sat there... I hate that huge can, blocking the view of such a magnificent 8 spoke! __________________________________________________ ~BRad

March 18th, 2013, 04:57 PM	#2
CC Cowboy ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Whodat Location: Ware Is.,MA Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): I pass the wind! Posts: A lot. MOTM - Mar '13, Jun '14	Great ride. I put over 10,000 miles on one of those puppies. It wasn't even mine. __________________________________________________ If everything seems under control; you're just not going fast enough!

March 19th, 2013, 04:33 AM	#5
BRad704 Big Dreams, Small Wallet Name: Brad Location: Memphis, TN Join Date: Feb 2013 Motorcycle(s): 08 Ninja 250R (Sold), 93 VFR750F (In Pieces) Posts: 508	Thanks guys. Finishing the registration soon and I'll have it on the road. The exhaust is quiet-ish but the cam gear sound sooo nice. __________________________________________________ ~BRad

March 19th, 2013, 06:39 AM	#10
BRad704 Big Dreams, Small Wallet Name: Brad Location: Memphis, TN Join Date: Feb 2013 Motorcycle(s): 08 Ninja 250R (Sold), 93 VFR750F (In Pieces) Posts: 508	Thanks guys! Most sport bikes 'scream'... this thing ROARS! V-4 config with gear driven cams. Almost like hearing a 4-stroke in the middle of a MX race. Tyga makes a small muffler called a Maggot, not "too" expensive in comparison to others. I'm thinking about saving up for that, OR swapping from a Gen3 to a Gen4 header, and fabbing up a left-exit. The RC-30 race bikes were left-exit, so it would be a bit of homage to the previous era. __________________________________________________ ~BRad

March 19th, 2013, 07:27 AM	#12
nickjpass #squid Name: nickypoo Location: Five Guys Join Date: Jul 2011 Motorcycle(s): Track dedicated 2008 ZX6R Posts: A lot. MOTM - Jul '16	Great looking Bike!!! __________________________________________________

March 18th, 2013, 05:08 PM	#3
Joshorilla Bass Master General Join Date: Aug 2012 Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 24	Phwoar! I love 90's sports bikes! And honda's are my favorite! That's a very nice bike, i'd love for a find that good!

March 18th, 2013, 05:19 PM	#4
Jono ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Jono Location: Memphis, TN Join Date: Sep 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Triumph Street Triple, 2009 KLX250SF, 2003 Suzuki SV650S (Sold), 2006 Ninja 250 (Sold) Posts: A lot.	Mmmhm, lookin' good! Can't wait to see how it looks and sounds in person.

March 19th, 2013, 05:48 AM	#8
sharky nrk Fighting Texas Aggie '05 Name: Neil Location: Hutto, TX Join Date: Feb 2009 Motorcycle(s): '07 ZX6R, '08 Versys, '09 250R Track, '93 F2/F3 Track Posts: A lot.	oh man, great find

March 19th, 2013, 07:13 AM	#11
choneofakind ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: . Location: . Join Date: Feb 2011 Motorcycle(s): . Posts: Too much. MOTM - Feb '13, Feb '14	Great find!! It's a classic! Now you just need a pregen to keep it all in the same time period

March 19th, 2013, 08:17 AM	#14
nickjpass #squid Name: nickypoo Location: Five Guys Join Date: Jul 2011 Motorcycle(s): Track dedicated 2008 ZX6R Posts: A lot. MOTM - Jul '16	I actually really like it... somehow make the banana seat go away. __________________________________________________

March 19th, 2013, 10:11 AM	#17
nickjpass #squid Name: nickypoo Location: Five Guys Join Date: Jul 2011 Motorcycle(s): Track dedicated 2008 ZX6R Posts: A lot. MOTM - Jul '16	I kinda like it __________________________________________________

March 19th, 2013, 10:32 AM	#18
BRad704 Big Dreams, Small Wallet Name: Brad Location: Memphis, TN Join Date: Feb 2013 Motorcycle(s): 08 Ninja 250R (Sold), 93 VFR750F (In Pieces) Posts: 508	I like the solo cowls too... I'm looking online now at heat moldable plastic pellets. If i can come up with a good (reusable) form, I can likely make more than 1 cowl from it. Some people have swapped over to an early-2000's 929 tail section, but I'm not looking to change THAT much of the look of the bike. __________________________________________________ ~BRad

March 19th, 2013, 11:51 AM	#19
250rr ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Mark Location: Portland Join Date: Sep 2010 Motorcycle(s): Cheap Italian Suit. Otherwise known as Dew Kitty Posts: A lot.	Congrats! I really do like the early 90's Hondas. Very cool. And something different!

March 19th, 2013, 01:17 PM	#20
Snake ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Rick Location: Alexandria, Louisiana Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): 05 Blue Ninja 250 Posts: Too much. MOTY - 2017, MOTM - Jan '19, Oct '16, May '14	Nice job of cleaning her up.

March 19th, 2013, 07:34 PM	#21
SMman ninjette.org guru Name: Danger Location: Canada Join Date: Jan 2011 Motorcycle(s): 15 CBR300R, 14 BWS50, 09 FZ1, 09 Ninja 250, 06 CRF450R Motard, 03 ZX-6R Posts: 422	Great find! I bought a new 2003 VFR800 but wasn't a fan of the VTEC and missed the gear driven cams. I did like the single sided swingarm when it came to removing the rear tire and adjusting the chain. I love your classic bike. Enjoy. __________________________________________________ 15 CBR300R, 14 BWS50, 09 FZ1, 09 Ninja 250, 06 CRF450R Motard, 03 ZX-6R 636

March 20th, 2013, 07:16 AM	#24
SMman ninjette.org guru Name: Danger Location: Canada Join Date: Jan 2011 Motorcycle(s): 15 CBR300R, 14 BWS50, 09 FZ1, 09 Ninja 250, 06 CRF450R Motard, 03 ZX-6R Posts: 422	I absolutely hated the VTEC on my 03 VFR and the throttle response at slow speeds was abrupt. The problem with VTEC was the transition from 2 valves per cylinder to 4 valves at 7000 rpm. It was fine if you were riding on the highway but would upset the chasis while leaned over. Riding in the twisties, I had to make sure I was over 7000 so as to not get that disturbing VTEC engagement. Honda changed it to 6200 and softened the engagement on later models (2006?) but I never tried it. My VFR was a comfy tourer but my riding changed to track days and riding the twisties with a good group of riders. The VFR just required way too much effort, especially transitioning from one side to the other in tight turns because of its heavy weight. I picked up my 03 636 and used it much more so the VFR was sold. If I had it to do again, I would have purchased a leftover 2002 VFR over the new 2003. I was hoping Honda would make the new VFR lighter and sportier but they went the other way with an overpriced, shaft drive 1200. Too bad __________________________________________________ 15 CBR300R, 14 BWS50, 09 FZ1, 09 Ninja 250, 06 CRF450R Motard, 03 ZX-6R 636

March 20th, 2013, 07:26 AM	#25
BRad704 Big Dreams, Small Wallet Name: Brad Location: Memphis, TN Join Date: Feb 2013 Motorcycle(s): 08 Ninja 250R (Sold), 93 VFR750F (In Pieces) Posts: 508	I have to agree with you, in being disappointed in the new direction of the VFR. I think they are fugly. As for bikes, I've never ridden one with VTEC, but I don't know that I would like an abrupt change in power like that. However, the 2007 RWB Anniv Edition is one that I would LOVE to have someday though. __________________________________________________ ~BRad

March 20th, 2013, 04:49 PM	#26
Jono ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Jono Location: Memphis, TN Join Date: Sep 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Triumph Street Triple, 2009 KLX250SF, 2003 Suzuki SV650S (Sold), 2006 Ninja 250 (Sold) Posts: A lot.

March 21st, 2013, 05:30 AM	#27
nickjpass #squid Name: nickypoo Location: Five Guys Join Date: Jul 2011 Motorcycle(s): Track dedicated 2008 ZX6R Posts: A lot. MOTM - Jul '16	I feel like all superbikes have vtec since the power explodes on them. __________________________________________________

March 21st, 2013, 08:22 AM	#31
nickjpass #squid Name: nickypoo Location: Five Guys Join Date: Jul 2011 Motorcycle(s): Track dedicated 2008 ZX6R Posts: A lot. MOTM - Jul '16	Omg. lol read my signature __________________________________________________

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